Cognitive Therapy of Depression (The Guilford Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology Series) (Paperback)

by Aaron T. Beck (Author), A. John Rush (Author), Brian F. Shaw (Author), Gary Emery (Author) "Some authorities have estimated that at least 12% of the adult population have had or will have an episode of depression of sufficient clinical severity..." (more)
Key Phrases: individual cognitive therapy, group cognitive therapy, negative cognitive distortions, Beck Depression Inventory, Daily Record of Dysfunctional Thoughts, Mary Ann (more...)

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"Provides a model for future therapy books...." --Contemporary Psychology
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"My students loved it! They appreciate its readability. They find they sit down with it and end up reading more than I assigned....It has been a great teaching tool." --Pattey Fong, California State University, Fresno

"A classic." --Archibald D. Hart, Fuller Theological Seminary, Graduate School of Psychology

"An excellent text for students of psychotherapy. It provides the therapist with an organized, practical, theoretically based treatment approach." --William P. Sacco, PhD, University of South Florida

"This volume is essential reading for clinical students and mental health professionals at all levels of experience." --Donald K. Granvold, PhD, University of Texas at Arlington

"Provides a model for future therapy books...." --Contemporary Psychology

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Product Details Paperback: 425 pages Publisher: The Guilford Press; 1 edition (February 4, 1987) Language: English ISBN-10: 0898629195 ISBN-13: 978-0898629194 Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 1.1 inches Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #91,994 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Some authorities have estimated that at least 12% of the adult population have had or will have an episode of depression of sufficient clinical severity to warrant treatment (Schuyler and Katz, 1973). Read the first page

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• Cognitive Therapy and the Emotional Disorders (Meridian) by Aaron T. Beck on 5 pages
• University of Pennsylvania (PA) (Campus History Series) by Amey A. Hutchins in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
• Progress in Behavior Modification, Vol. 1 by Michel Hersen in Back Matter
• Abnormal Psychology by Susan Nolen-Hoeksema in Back Matter
• Clinical Psychology: Integrating Science and Practice by Arthur Freeman in Back Matter

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• Cognitive Therapy: Transforming the Image by Mr Frank Wills on 4 pages
• Beyond Diagnosis: Case Formulation Approaches in CBT by Michael Bruch on page 101, page 163, and Back Matter

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 54 of 58 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A classic by a preeminent expert., October 3, 2000 By  Mark Hammond (Chambersburg, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Aaron T. Beck's "Depression" is regarded as a classic. Its emphasis is on the diagnosis and treatment of depression, including manic depression (bipolar disorder), and other affective (mood) disorders. There is much more detail regarding the diagnosis of affective disorders than one would find in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association (DSM-IV). Of particular importance is the inclusion of the Beck Depression Index, a psychological test used to evaluate people for depression. People with a background in both mental health and psychological testing are familiar with the Beck Depression Index. A good portion of the book is devoted to the Beck Depression Indicator (as a subjective assessment medium). Additionally, Beck discusses patterns of behavior and the manifestation of depression in dreams. A portion of the book is devoted to theories of depression, dealing primarily with 20th century theories of depression. If you want to view depression in a historical context, there is nothing better than Jackson's "Melancholia and Depression." However, we digress at this point. We must remember that this work was copyrighted in 1967, and that there has been significant research on affective disorders since then. The discussion of psychopharmacological intervention does not discuss the selective seratonin reuptake inhibitors such as Prozac, Paxil, and Zoloft. The work of Martin E. P. Seligman, also of the University of Pennsylvania, is not mentioned because it was not completed by the time of the release of this publication. The strongest appeal of this book is the use of cognitive therapy in the treatment of depression. This book has value to academic libraries, mental health professionals and students, as well as people who are interested in the study of depression and mood disorders. In addition, those who have a family member suffering from depression may be given an insight into the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder through reading this book. People who buy this book should also consider purchasing Martin E. P. Seligman's "Learned Optimism," as well as Jungian analyst Julia Kristeva's "Dark Sun." 36 of 38 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A classic, May 14, 1999 By  Robert Leahy "Robert L. Leahy, Ph.D." (NEW YORK CITY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: Cognitive Therapy of Depression (The Guilford Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology Series) (Hardcover) This book is the most important book ever written in the field of cognitive therapy. Clearly written, informative, helpful to beginning and advanced clinicians, it is a classic. For anyone interested in learning how to conduct cognitive therapy, this book is simply required reading. Robert L. Leahy, Ph.D., Director, American Institute for Cognitive Therapy, NYC 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A classic by a preeminent expert., October 3, 2000 By  Mark Hammond (Chambersburg, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    Aaron T. Beck's "Depression" is regarded as a classic. Its emphasis is on the diagnosis and treatment of depression, including manic depression (bipolar disorder), and other affective (mood) disorders. There is much more detail regarding the diagnosis of affective disorders than one would find in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association (DSM-IV). Of particular importance is the inclusion of the Beck Depression Index, a psychological test used to evaluate people for depression. People with a background in both mental health and psychological testing are familiar with the Beck Depression Index. A good portion of the book is devoted to the Beck Depression Indicator (as a subjective assessment medium). Additionally, Beck discusses patterns of behavior and the manifestation of depression in dreams. A portion of the book is devoted to theories of depression, dealing primarily with 20th century theories of depression. If you want to view depression in a historical context, there is nothing better than Jackson's "Melancholia and Depression." However, we digress at this point. We must remember that this work was copyrighted in 1967, and that there has been significant research on affective disorders since then. The discussion of psychopharmacological intervention does not discuss the selective seratonin reuptake inhibitors such as Prozac, Paxil, and Zoloft. The work of Martin E. P. Seligman, also of the University of Pennsylvania, is not mentioned because it was not completed by the time of the release of this publication. The strongest appeal of this book is the use of cognitive therapy in the treatment of depression. This book has value to academic libraries, mental health professionals and students, as well as people who are interested in the study of depression and mood disorders. In addition, those who have a family member suffering from depression may be given an insight into the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder through reading this book. People who buy this book should also consider purchasing Martin E. P. Seligman's "Learned Optimism," as well as Jungian analyst Julia Kristeva's "Dark Sun."		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic introduction to CBT This was the first book I read for my first therapy practicum as a doctoral student and it provided a rock-solid foundation for cognitive-behavioral case conceptualization and... Read more Published on March 11, 2007 by Acacia C. Parks 3.0 out of 5 stars book This is more of a text book than anything. Not a book for self help. It is a bit wordy and is sometimes needlessly convoluted. Published on February 13, 2007 by M. Lane 5.0 out of 5 stars Gives cause and cure for depression Cognitive Therapy of Depression by Beck, A., A. Rush, B. Shaw, and G. Emert 1979. Guilford Press, NY This rather long, very detailed book is meant for professionals... Read more Published on January 18, 2007 by Jim S 5.0 out of 5 stars Thinking Through Depression Beck's approach to treatment of depression is both innovative and of long standing value. Opening the book to any page I find examples readily useable for group and individual... Read more Published on January 11, 2007 by Diane Agate 5.0 out of 5 stars Keeps on ticking............... I bought and read this book many years ago and found it very helpful. I read it again a few weeks ago and was again able to appreciate it's value. Read more Published on August 19, 2006 by Jorge Munoz-Bustamante 5.0 out of 5 stars Very practical, directive strategy treating depression with cognitive therapy is often the way to go because it can assume a simple, practical format that can motivate patients to take one step at a time. Read more Published on September 24, 2005 by Jennifer K. Paweleck-Bellingro... 4.0 out of 5 stars Arguing them out of it. Many depressed people have a negative self-image and are always expecting something bad to happen. Beck's theory is that this is the cause, rather than a result, of depression... Read more Published on July 27, 2003 by D. P. 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Product Details

• Paperback: 425 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; 1 edition (February 4, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898629195
• ISBN-13: 978-0898629194
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #91,994 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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54 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic by a preeminent expert., October 3, 2000

By	Mark Hammond (Chambersburg, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Aaron T. Beck's "Depression" is regarded as a classic. Its emphasis is on the diagnosis and treatment of depression, including manic depression (bipolar disorder), and other affective (mood) disorders. There is much more detail regarding the diagnosis of affective disorders than one would find in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association (DSM-IV). Of particular importance is the inclusion of the Beck Depression Index, a psychological test used to evaluate people for depression. People with a background in both mental health and psychological testing are familiar with the Beck Depression Index. A good portion of the book is devoted to the Beck Depression Indicator (as a subjective assessment medium). Additionally, Beck discusses patterns of behavior and the manifestation of depression in dreams.

A portion of the book is devoted to theories of depression, dealing primarily with 20th century theories of depression. If you want to view depression in a historical context, there is nothing better than Jackson's "Melancholia and Depression." However, we digress at this point. We must remember that this work was copyrighted in 1967, and that there has been significant research on affective disorders since then. The discussion of psychopharmacological intervention does not discuss the selective seratonin reuptake inhibitors such as Prozac, Paxil, and Zoloft. The work of Martin E. P. Seligman, also of the University of Pennsylvania, is not mentioned because it was not completed by the time of the release of this publication. The strongest appeal of this book is the use of cognitive therapy in the treatment of depression.

This book has value to academic libraries, mental health professionals and students, as well as people who are interested in the study of depression and mood disorders. In addition, those who have a family member suffering from depression may be given an insight into the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder through reading this book. People who buy this book should also consider purchasing Martin E. P. Seligman's "Learned Optimism," as well as Jungian analyst Julia Kristeva's "Dark Sun."

36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic, May 14, 1999

By	Robert Leahy "Robert L. Leahy, Ph.D." (NEW YORK CITY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Cognitive Therapy of Depression (The Guilford Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology Series) (Hardcover)

This book is the most important book ever written in the field of cognitive therapy. Clearly written, informative, helpful to beginning and advanced clinicians, it is a classic. For anyone interested in learning how to conduct cognitive therapy, this book is simply required reading. Robert L. Leahy, Ph.D., Director, American Institute for Cognitive Therapy, NYC

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic by a preeminent expert., October 3, 2000

By	Mark Hammond (Chambersburg, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Aaron T. Beck's "Depression" is regarded as a classic. Its emphasis is on the diagnosis and treatment of depression, including manic depression (bipolar disorder), and other affective (mood) disorders. There is much more detail regarding the diagnosis of affective disorders than one would find in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association (DSM-IV). Of particular importance is the inclusion of the Beck Depression Index, a psychological test used to evaluate people for depression. People with a background in both mental health and psychological testing are familiar with the Beck Depression Index. A good portion of the book is devoted to the Beck Depression Indicator (as a subjective assessment medium). Additionally, Beck discusses patterns of behavior and the manifestation of depression in dreams.

A portion of the book is devoted to theories of depression, dealing primarily with 20th century theories of depression. If you want to view depression in a historical context, there is nothing better than Jackson's "Melancholia and Depression." However, we digress at this point. We must remember that this work was copyrighted in 1967, and that there has been significant research on affective disorders since then. The discussion of psychopharmacological intervention does not discuss the selective seratonin reuptake inhibitors such as Prozac, Paxil, and Zoloft. The work of Martin E. P. Seligman, also of the University of Pennsylvania, is not mentioned because it was not completed by the time of the release of this publication. The strongest appeal of this book is the use of cognitive therapy in the treatment of depression.

This book has value to academic libraries, mental health professionals and students, as well as people who are interested in the study of depression and mood disorders. In addition, those who have a family member suffering from depression may be given an insight into the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder through reading this book. People who buy this book should also consider purchasing Martin E. P. Seligman's "Learned Optimism," as well as Jungian analyst Julia Kristeva's "Dark Sun."